Job responsibilities
• Participate in the elaboration of the National Strategy and Action Plan on the development of the Non-Timber Forest Product (NTFP) and Bamboo in Rwanda; • Conduct baseline studies for identification of the most promising NTFP in Rwanda; • Coordinate all NTFP & bamboo activities within the department; • Organize regular briefing meetings in the department to inform on progress with different NTFP & Bamboo projects carried out to increase its awareness and visibility in Rwanda; • Promote the capacity building activities for producers and stakeholders involved in bamboo & NTFP value chains; • Work with the extension services to raise awareness on sustainable management of NTFPs and Bamboo; • Identify sites and suitable species for Bamboo plantation • Liaise with research Institutions for NTFPs domestication • Perform any other duties assigned by the forestry department; • Report to the Director of Non – Timber forest projects Unit.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree in Agroforestry
3 Years of relevant experience
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Master’s Degree in Agro-forestry
1 Years of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry,
3 Years of relevant experience
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Master’s Degree in Forestry
1 Years of relevant experience
Required competencies and key technical skills
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1Integrity
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2Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
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3Inclusiveness
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4Accountability
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5Communication
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6Teamwork
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7Client/citizen focus
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8Professionalism
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9Commitment to continuous learning
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10Digital literacy skills
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11Understanding Rwanda’s environment system
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12Resource management skills
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13Decision making skills
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14Time management skills
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15Risk management skills
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16Results oriented
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17Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage
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18Analytical and problem solving skills
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